Calgary Buddhist Temple Blog

Being Buddhist During Challenging Times

Tuesday, November 23, 2021
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Join the Sangha on Sunday, January 16th, 2022 at 1pm Mountain as we begin the New Year reflecting on challenges and perceptions.  We are honored to have retired Sensei James Martin provide a Buddhist’s point-of-view on relatable current event matters such as living in the time of COVID and vaccination: Where does ‘your freedom’ end and ‘my freedom’ begin? 

Everyone is welcome to attend this free, online presentation by registering at:  https://bit.ly/buddhist-16Jan22

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Gochisosama: Memories of Home

Tuesday, November 09, 2021
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1st print of Gochisosama Memories of Home has SOLD OUT!!

We are doing a 2nd print so place your order for your holiday gift giving!

The book took over two years to compile and contains 270 pages with full colour section dividers and coil binding There are recipes from members and friends and photos illustrating nearly 70 years of Temple history.  Recipes from the Chicken Teriyaki Dinners and Japanese New Year’s Day food “Osechi Ryori” are also featured.
Order by contacting: cbtcookbook@gmail.com

Use subject line cookbook order and please provide:

  • Name
  • Telephone number(s)
  • Number of copies
  • Method of payment:
  • If you would like it shipped (by mail), please also provide your mailing address including postal code (shipping cost outside of Calgary will generally be around $18 – $20).
  • Pick up arrangements will be made for residents of Calgary by reply email.
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Japan Tour 2023

Monday, October 25, 2021
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Who’s interested in going to Japan in 2023 to attend two momentous occasions?  Join members of the Calgary Buddhist Temple along with our Jodo Shinshu Buddhist Temples of Canada (JSBTC) sangha in attending Shinran Shonin 850th Birth Anniversary and the 17th World Buddhist Women’s Convention in May of 2023 with Jodo Shinshu followers from all over the world!  

It may seem far away but it is important to let us know if you’re interested by January 2022 as numbers are needed now!  For those in Calgary and area, please email jsbtcwf.shuntley@gmail.com if you are interested in attending and for more information as tours after the celebrations are also in the works.

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A Little Karma Goes a Long Way

Thursday, October 21, 2021
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Thursday, December 2nd, 2021 at 7pm MDT

The Calgary Buddhist Temple is thrilled to have our own Sensei Robert Gubenco give an introduction to karma presentation with discussion to follow.  This is a free workshop open to everyone so please register to attend!

 

“Realize that everything connects to everything else.” – Leonardo DaVinci

 

Register online at:  https://bit.ly/karma-02Dec21

 

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Be An Advocate for the Elderly

Thursday, September 30, 2021
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Wednesday, November 10th, 2021 at 7pm MDT

It is so important to be able to recognize and talk about elder abuse, how unacceptable it is and to let people know help is available. The Calgary Buddhist Temple Sangha Engagement brings this educational and vital topic to the forefront.  Our seniors and other significant people in our lives are getting older and may require more care.  

If someone discloses abuse to you, you see signs or if you suspect abuse, it is your responsibility to do something about it.  Please join this informative presentation by Katharina Zacharias of the Calgary Kerby Centre who is passionate about raising awareness of elder abuse because it is seriously lacking in our society.  Let’s advocate for seniors and learn about facts, signs, prevention and resources.

This workshop is open to everyone!

Register online for this free workshop at:  https://bit.ly/Advocate_10Nov21

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“Gratitude for the Jodo Shinshu Teaching”

Tuesday, September 21, 2021
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We have recently received the Gomonshu sama’s latest message sent from the Hongwanji International Department.  Please follow this link to read his message on “Gratitude for the Jodo Shinshu Teaching” which begins

“This year we will once again have the opportunity to observe the Commemorative Service of the Establishment of the Jodo Shinshu Teaching together. This service’s name, ‘Establishment of the Jodo Shinshu Teaching,’ refers to Shinran Shonin’s systematical presentation of the Jodo Shinshu teaching through his main writing, Kyōgyōshinshō, or The True Teaching, Practice, and Realization of the Pure Land Way. (read more)

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